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GGES2004 examines long-term environmental change through the period of the glacial-interglacial cycles. These dramatic shifts in Earth's systems are fascinating to study because they show us how the environment reacted to rapid climate change in the past - informing our understanding of what to expect from modern global warming and its knock-on consequences.

We will explore the environmental reactions to past rapid climate change, such as extreme sea level shifts, changed geography of landmasses, wildfire and biome migration. We will also examine the possible drivers of these environmental upheavals and consider the possible trajectory of relevant processes from today into the future (e.g. onset of large-scale icesheet collapse).

By gaining a long-term perspective on climate and wider environmental change we may contribute to addressing pressing modern issues in conservation - for example, how to maintain habitat quality/function and the conservation of biodiversity in the face of large-scale environmental change.

We will first focus on the patterns of climate and wider environment change and how to reconstruct them using core samples and a variety of analytical techniques in the laboratory practicals (these will be taught from basic principles, so no prior knowledge will be needed), before moving on to the implications for our modern world.

Two key themes run through the course: sources of information on the forms, rates and mechanisms of global environmental change and secondly the lessons that we can take from the past to inform modern conservation and environmental issues.

The aim of the module is to provide students with an introduction to the major themes of study and the principal issues of the period of the glaciations worldwide and the practical skills to undertake their own research into long-term environmental change. The emphasis is at the global scale for the main framework of themes, with much of the detailed focus on the British Isles - because we know more about Europe and the British Isles than any other area on the globe - and because it is where you are!

GGES2004 examines long-term environmental change through the period of the glacial-interglacial cycles. These dramatic shifts in Earth's systems are fascinating to study because they show us how the environment reacted to rapid climate change in the past - informing our understanding of what to expect from modern global warming and its knock-on consequences.

We will explore the environmental reactions to past rapid climate change, such as extreme sea level shifts, changed geography of landmasses, wildfire and biome migration. We will also examine the possible drivers of these environmental upheavals and consider the possible trajectory of relevant processes from today into the future (e.g. onset of large-scale icesheet collapse).

By gaining a long-term perspective on climate and wider environmental change we may contribute to addressing pressing modern issues in conservation - for example, how to maintain habitat quality/function and the conservation of biodiversity in the face of large-scale environmental change.

We will first focus on the patterns of climate and wider environment change and how to reconstruct them using core samples and a variety of analytical techniques in the laboratory practicals (these will be taught from basic principles, so no prior knowledge will be needed), before moving on to the implications for our modern world.

Two key themes run through the course: sources of information on the forms, rates and mechanisms of global environmental change and secondly the lessons that we can take from the past to inform modern conservation and environmental issues.

The aim of the module is to provide students with an introduction to the major themes of study and the principal issues of the period of the glaciations worldwide and the practical skills to undertake their own research into long-term environmental change. The emphasis is at the global scale for the main framework of themes, with much of the detailed focus on the British Isles - because we know more about Europe and the British Isles than any other area on the globe - and because it is where you are!

This module builds on the knowledge and skills from high-level programming. The goal is twofold - programming in both embedded systems and high-performance contexts. C and C++ are used as languages in this module. C is taught because it is a suitable statically-typed low-level comparator with Python (used in the High-Level Programming module), because many commercially-available embedded systems support a C API, and because the debugging process is (relatively) straightforward. C++ is taught to demonstrate further programming concepts that arise from the interaction between inheritance and type systems, and because C++ is a popular language for backend development in the ML space.

This module builds on the knowledge and skills from high-level programming. The goal is twofold - programming in both embedded systems and high-performance contexts. C and C++ are used as languages in this module. C is taught because it is a suitable statically-typed low-level comparator with Python (used in the High-Level Programming module), because many commercially-available embedded systems support a C API, and because the debugging process is (relatively) straightforward. C++ is taught to demonstrate further programming concepts that arise from the interaction between inheritance and type systems, and because C++ is a popular language for backend development in the ML space.

This module explores the unique aspects of branding in the luxury sector. Students will learn about the principles, strategies and challenges of managing luxury brands, and how to create and sustain brand equity in the high-end market. You will learn the fundamentals of luxury branding, how to analyse the key elements that differentiate luxury from non-luxury brands, explore the strategies for building and maintaining brand equity, the role of consumer behaviour in luxury branding and develop introductory skills to create luxury brand strategies.

Luxury collaborations and partnerships are strategic alliances between luxury brands, such as artists, designers, celebrities, or even other brands. These collaborations often result in unique, limited-edition products, events or experiences that create buzz, attract a broader audience or reinforce brand values. Luxury collaborations and partnerships offer a powerful way for brands to innovate, expand their reach, and create memorable experiences for their customers. Collaborations and partnerships are not just about sales, they can create positive impact by partnering with brands for mutual good, or partner on new exciting products benefiting from the complementarity of each brands knowledge and expertise.

This module provides a comprehensive exploration of ethical considerations within the luxury industry. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of ethics in maintaining brand integrity and consumer trust. The module covers various aspects of ethical luxury, including sustainable practices, fair trade, labour rights, animal welfare and ethical marketing.
Through case studies, practical applications, and industry insights, students will learn to navigate ethical dilemmas and develop strategies to promote ethical practices within luxury brands. By the end of the module, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to implement and communicate ethical practices, ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of luxury brands.

This module is designed to guide students through the process of developing and presenting a comprehensive final project proposal in luxury brand management. The module emphasises in-depth research, strategic planning, industry relevance and consideration of your future career path, culminating in the development of a project proposal that addresses a real-world challenge or opportunity in the luxury industry. This proposal extends to Part 2 of the Final Project, which will ask you to deliver a final outcome.

This module is designed to guide students through the execution phase of their final project in luxury brand management, complimentng the Final Project part one module. This part of the FMP emphasises the practical implementation, project management, and continuous evaluation, to ensure the successful completion of the project.

This comprehensive module explores the specialized field of luxury service marketing and management, with a focus on creating exceptional customer experiences. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in the luxury service sector, learning strategies to design, deliver, and manage premium service experiences that exceed customer expectations across the luxury sector. This module will include a field trip to a luxury setting to experience luxury service marketing and management.